Director of Fleet and Logistics

Job Title: Director of Fleet and Logistics
Employment Type: Full-time, Salary, Exempt
Location: Batavia, IL, with some travel
Industry: Construction
Reports To: Director of Operations
Compensation: $80,000 - $105,000 annually (based on experience)

Company Overview:

We are not your conventional construction company. Specializing in commercial and residential construction and fencing, we are an ambitious, growth-oriented firm committed to taking on complex projects that others avoid. With a double-digit growth rate over the last four years, we are on a trajectory to double in size again in the next two. Our dynamic culture, rooted in excellence and strong core values, distinguishes us as an industry leader.

Role Summary:

We’re looking for a creative, hands-on problem solver to build and lead our Fleet and Logistics function. This role is ideal for an experienced Fleet Manager or Assistant Fleet Director who has supported fleets of 200+ assets with a minimum fleet value of $2M, but we also encourage entrepreneurial supply chain leaders and mechanically-minded operators with strong logistical instincts to apply.

This is a leadership role with real ownership: we influence decisions tied to $2 - $4M/year in equipment rentals and roughly $2M/year in freight movement nationwide. The Director of Fleet and Logistics will develop a scalable fleet strategy, improve asset uptime, reduce total cost of ownership, strengthen compliance and safety, and help us make smart decisions, like whether an in-house semi/tractor capability makes financial and operational sense.

Responsibilities:

• Fleet Uptime & Readiness
  • Improve vehicle/equipment availability by building a disciplined preventive maintenance and inspection program.
  • Reduce unplanned downtime through tighter scheduling, faster triage, and vendor/mechanic performance management.
  • Establish “ready-to-roll” standards for trucks, trailers, and rolling assets (safety, branding, tools, condition).
• Total Cost of Ownership & Budget Management
  • Own fleet budgets and deliver predictable monthly reporting across maintenance, fuel, tires/parts, rentals, and outside repair.
  • Identify and execute cost-reduction opportunities without sacrificing safety or uptime (standardization, utilization, procurement).
  • Build lifecycle replacement planning and capital forecasting aligned to operational needs and growth.
• Freight & Delivery Performance (Nationwide)
  • Improve on-time delivery performance for materials, tools, and equipment to job sites across the country.
  • Own carrier/broker strategy: selection, negotiated rates, service level expectations, and performance scorecards.
  • Evaluate “make vs buy” transport capacity decisions (in-house tractor/driver vs brokered vs rentals) and present clear business cases.
• Systems, Reporting & Operational Visibility
  • Implement/optimize fleet and logistics tracking systems (maintenance tracking, fuel programs, etc.).
  • Deliver accurate dashboards and decision-ready reporting: utilization, downtime, cost per mile/hour, freight cost per job, vendor performance.
  • Build repeatable SOPs so fleet and logistics performance scales with growth.
• Compliance, Safety & Risk Reduction
  • Maintain fleet compliance across multi-state operations (registrations, inspections, insurance coordination, documentation).
  • Support incident response and claims documentation; drive corrective actions and warranty/vendor claim recovery.
  • Reduce preventable incidents and improve shop/yard safety practices.
• Team Leadership & Vendor Management
  • Lead, manage, and hold accountable internal fleet/logistics teammates and external partners.
  • Establish clear expectations, training, and accountability rhythms for mechanics, service partners, carriers, and support roles.
  • Build a high-performing culture: urgency, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: PTO including vacation, sick days, and company holidays.
• Employer Funded Life Insurance

Work Environment and physical demands: Work environment includes storage yard, fabrication shop, and office.  Occasionally, work will be on a job site or driving between locations.  Both indoor and outdoor environments will be encountered.  Environment can include exposure to noise, light, fumes, and other hazards from equipment.  Outdoor weather conditions in summer and winter will be encountered.  This position involves operating machinery such as forklifts and skid steers.  Physical demands can include walking, standing, sitting, driving, lifting, bending, digging, climbing, kneeling, and crouching.  Employees may be required to lift up to 80 lbs., with and without assistive devices.

EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity)/AAP (Affirmative Action Plan) Statement:

Complete Fence/Northern Illinois Fence provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  The company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated during the application process and post hiring employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type is not tolerated.

• 5+ years of experience in fleet, maintenance, logistics, or asset management, with at least 2+ years leading people and/or vendors.
• Experience managing a fleet program with meaningful scale and complexity (preferred: 200+ assets or comparable multi-state operations).
• Strong working knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, repair workflows, and vendor management.
• Demonstrated ability to build accurate reporting and make decisions from cost, utilization, and downtime data.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and negotiate vendor agreements.
• Experience managing freight/deliveries, carriers, or 3PL/broker relationships (preferred).
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to vehicles/equipment (DOT knowledge preferred).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort navigating conflict and accountability.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.